One of the most popular Ft. Myers-area restaurants has a location on Captiva Island: Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille is located at the entrance to South Seas Island Resort. The fun fish decor and upbeat atmosphere of Doc Ford's Captiva paves the way to appetizers, a raw bar, sandwiches and entrees to satisfy a wide variety of cravings.
One of the questions we get asked a lot is, “what are the differences between Sanibel and Captiva Islands?”
With 12 resorts across the island Sanibel has long been a destination for winter-weary northerners. Our guide to the Sanibel Island Resorts breaks down all the options on the island.
Missing the beach on your favorite islands? Thanks to some of our favorite local businesses, you can take a virtual visit to Sanibel anytime you want, with their Sanibel Island webcams.
Earlier this year, we had our first-ever stay on Sanibel Island. As longtime Captiva Island visitors, this was a new experience for us. We found our stay at The Island Inn On Sanibel to be just what we needed when Captiva Island was full.
excursion is a must-do activity when on Captiva Island.
Sadly, the Mad Hatter was destroyed in Hurricane Ian in 2022. We will keep you posted if it reopens. I’ve had a lot of meals on Captiva but dinner at The Mad Hatter on Sanibel is by far my favorite…
Getting to Captiva Island is now a little quicker, even if it comes with a slight cost increase. Effective Oct. 1, 2021, cash payments are no longer an option at the Sanibel Causeway Toll
Is there anything better than being in a tropical paradise and indulging in a tangy slice of key lime pie? If this sounds like the perfect accompaniment to your Captiva Island vacation, then don’t miss the Keylime Bistro key lime pie.…
it’s less than two square miles in size. As a small island, parking options are limited. Knowing where to park, how much it costs, and what to do when the lots are full will make or break any Captiva Island day trip. We’re here to make sure your day isn’t a bust.